IVPN Review

Community-sourced VPN review based on real Reddit & Twitter discussions

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Community Verdict
Highly Recommended

IVPN has a really solid reputation as a privacy-first VPN, and it often gets mentioned in the same breath as other “trusted” names like Mullvad and Proton. People like it for being straightforward, ta...

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Best for: Privacy-focused users who want a trustworthy VPN Linux users who want a VPN that plays nicely with their setup People who value audits, transparency, and anonymous payment options
90% Positive Reviews
45 recommend, 5 warn
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65 reviews from 48 people
Best For
Privacy-focused users who want a trustworthy VPN, Linux users who want a VPN that plays nicely with their setup, People who value audits, transparency, and anonymous payment options
Approval Rate
90% positive
45 recommend · 5 warn
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38 Reddit · 24 Twitter
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What the Community Says

Community Rating 7.5/10

IVPN has a really solid reputation as a privacy-first VPN, and it often gets mentioned in the same breath as other “trusted” names like Mullvad and Proton. People like it for being straightforward, taking privacy seriously, and working well on Linux, with a vibe that feels more transparent and security-minded than a lot of big commercial VPNs. It’s also seen as a good pick if you care about trustworthiness, audits, and privacy-friendly features like anonymous payment options.

The biggest downside is that it’s not the cheapest option, and if your main goal is streaming, some people treat it as more of a “privacy tool” than a dedicated Netflix-and-sports VPN. There are also reports that it no longer works reliably in Russia for getting around restrictions, so it’s not something to count on for heavy censorship bypass. A few folks also say the way it gets talked about online can feel a bit “too polished,” which makes them skeptical even if the product itself is well-regarded.

Strengths

  • Strong privacy and trust focus
  • Good Linux support
  • Open-source friendly vibe
  • Anonymous payment options
  • Helpful customer support

Weaknesses

  • Not the cheapest option
  • Not the best choice for streaming-first needs
  • Doesn’t work reliably in Russia for bypassing restrictions
  • Some skepticism about how it’s promoted online
Best for: Privacy-focused users who want a trustworthy VPN Linux users who want a VPN that plays nicely with their setup People who value audits, transparency, and anonymous payment options
Not ideal for: People who mainly want a VPN for streaming Anyone who needs a VPN that works reliably under heavy censorship (like Russia) Budget shoppers looking for the cheapest plan

Summary generated 1 week ago from 65 community mentions

What People Are Saying

38 reviews

"My experience with iVPN : Best VPN I ever used."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"Both are good options and meet the (very sensible) criteria by PrivacyGuides: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/vpn/ The Mullvad VPN client is open source just like the IVPN client."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"I suggest looking into the iOS and macOS guides by PrivacyGuides respectively to optimize the system settings: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/os/ios-overview/ https://www.privacyguides.org/en/os/macos-overview/ Surfshark was not the best idea to be honest, it's owned by the same entity as NordVPN; in general you should be avoiding Tesonet, they also have a data mining arm called Oxylabs. Three companies including Tesonet own most of the VPN market, avoid all three: https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/3-companies-control-many-big-name-vpns-what-you-need-to-know/ For VPN I woul..."

r/degoogle 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Probably AI engagement bait by a new account, but I'll bite. I use IVPN now. I tested it along with Proton and Mullvad. Proton is better in terms of getting around geoblocking, but the other two are ok if you change servers a couple of times till you find an IP that works. $60 a year for IVPN is significantly cheaper than Proton and slightly cheaper than Mullvad. 2 device limit at that tier but will prompt you to log out of other devices if you try to connect with a 3rd, so no problem unless you're simultaneously running 3+ devices. These 3 and Nym are the only VPNs I'd consider. Windscr..."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"Here (fully sourced): https://embed.kumu.io/9ced55e897e74fd807be51990b26b415#vpn-company-relationships/surfshark An example of a source: https://www.pcmag.com/news/nordvpns-parent-company-is-merging-with-vpn-provider-surfshark See also: https://www.rtings.com/vpn/reviews/surfshark/vpn > Surfshark VPN is a poor choice for private browsing. The privacy policy states that the company collects personal data and can use it for analytics and marketing purposes.  The majority of VPNs are controlled by sketchy entities.  Mullvad, Proton, IVPN and maybe Nym (early days) are the only ones..."

r/degoogle 3 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"I just used IVPN for a week while i was travelling to Asia this month. Worked pretty well I was able to stream Netflix etc."

r/vpn_question 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"I see you‘re new and you don’t know much about VPNs.. you don’t mention what you need it for, but lets say for privacy. Forgot them all, you only have 2 (maybe 3 if you want streaming) options. 1: Mullvad (the best one) 2: IVPN 3: Windscribe So when you want it for privacy Mullvad first, than IVPN. If you want privacy and also streaming support, than choose Windscribe. Proton is also ok, but that’s it, no other one… don’t fall for their marketing…"

r/vpnreviews 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Proton is a solid option. A lot of the people complaining are people who signed up for free email accounts which got suspended for ToS violations (e.g. you're not allowed to make multiple reddit accounts using the same Proton address- they're worried about people using it for bots and spam). It's a good choice if you want the closest thing to a single ecosystem to replace Google, though some apps are better than others and there are some limitations (I don't recommend if you have Linux). If you need a decent private email and VPN you really need to pay for it (though there are good mail op..."

r/degoogle 3 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"what is this sub? a paid one? Mullvad or IVPN and nothing else ffs"

r/vpn_question 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"imagine using a VPN and don’t even do your research, oh boy… MULLVAD or IVPN, nothing else. You‘re welcome."

r/vpn_question 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Privacy and security advocate/computer repair shop owner here (check my profile), there are only 4 VPNs anyone should be using: * Proton VPN (free) * Mullvad * IVPN * Windscribe These VPN companies are proven to be trustworthy, which is important because whichever service you use could snoop on your internet activity if they wanted to. You have to actively trust the company for a VPN to work well for privacy. Free VPNs are free for a reason... they sell your data! Proton is the one and only exception to the rule because they make money elsewhere and they make privacy-focused software only. ..."

r/stlouis 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Nearly all VPN providers sell your data including most paid ones. There's a reason why PIA, Nord VPN and others can sponsor half the internet's creators. This video does a great job at unpacking this and brings evidence the claims made: [https://youtu.be/1opKW6X88og](https://youtu.be/1opKW6X88og) Proton is one of the few good ones together with iVPN and Mullvad. The last one is the best one as you can physical mail them the money so there is no digital payment trail either."

r/protonmail 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"\*Proton's marketing is saying their basis is not the share data, but in their policies, they do say they collect and share data. Proton still seems more trustworthy handling your data than most VPN providers based on their company practices, but Mullvad/IVPN/Windscribe simply do not collect data, which is even better. One problem that Proton cannot avoid is if they get breached or hacked and external parties can get their hand son user data. That said, Proton still gives good information on what data is collected, and they don't collect more data than most other software you probably are ..."

r/mullvadvpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Rtings.com is now testing VPNs on their trustworthiness regarding user data and privacy. Our top 3 best VPNs for privacy include Mullvad, IVPN and Windscribe. Images: https://external-preview.redd.it/MiHK3T_4tdY0yHXnmMKiJiykQ9nO_Rftn53dabQeKPo.jpeg?auto=webp&s=911969985f54168d89d766650938d92afb48995f "

r/windscribe 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Ivpn doesn't work in Russia at all anymore Been using ivpn for a while now in Russia to avoid government restrictions. Since the last month, more and more connection problems began to appear, and the last couple of days, vpn stopped working completely. No connection options work at all. Keys update for wireguard doesn't work also, can't update wg keys, because, obviously, ivpn site is blocked in Russia. No form of obfuscation work also, neither on Openvpn, neither on wireguard. Any ideas how to fix that, or maybe any solutions are in development to circumvent these recent restrictions? I ..."

r/ivpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"I don't blame them though, it's easy to feel strongly and go out and act, but harder to take the time to pause and think. I've met so many protestors in recent days that don't know even the basics of privacy or security, or are wanting to just start an unprompted riot. These things take time and planning to do right, time we don't have anymore and so many of us are trying to catch up For anyone reading this, these are some tips I've found and have been trying to help circulate - Stop using SMS, and start using Signal. Apps like messenger, Whatsapp or iMessage might have an end to end encryp..."

r/ice_watch 3 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"This is gunna be something you'll need to do some extensive research on, a reddit comment isn't going to be enough information to really set you up. But, some bullet points: These are going to be focusing on most to least important steps, and focused primarily on avoiding data collection in your computer, but you'll need to look into your phone as well at some point. - Get off windows/mac OS. Unfortunately there's no alternative. Linux can be scary, but not if you do it right. Fedora, Mint, Kubuntu, all easy to download and easy to navigate. There's a learning curve, but nothing you can't h..."

r/howtohack 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"OP’s post is suspicious but not as suspicious as IVPN wiki page which reads like an actual advert. And that’s why I can’t trust it. Mullvad on the other hand: you wouldn’t know of it I you didn’t seek it out."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"IVPN doesn’t keep logs either"

r/digitalaudioplayer 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"Mullvad, iVPN, Windscribe, or Proton"

r/vpnreviewhub 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"I lean Mullvad for privacy, IVPN for support."

r/vpns 2 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"Completely agree here: You can't share logs/data if you don't have any. This is why we don't score jurisdiction in our review and focus and collection of data. This interview with Viktor from IVPN explains why jurisdiction might not matter: [https://youtu.be/KzkQKB9msUI?si=Av1sOOVc7ZDR0CVt&t=2070](https://youtu.be/KzkQKB9msUI?si=Av1sOOVc7ZDR0CVt&t=2070)"

r/mullvadvpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Not great news. General response -> There are things we can influence in countering restrictions in a specific country, there are some we cannot. It will always be a cat and mouse game, and we are against well resourced and motivated adversaries. At this point we don't have anything new in development to resolve connection issues in the near future. Sorry. Regarding your specific case -> please contact support at [ivpn.net](http://ivpn.net) and we can take it from there (there are potential next steps we rather not share publicly)."

r/ivpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Recommended by the earlier video: TunnelBear, Mullvad (Mozilla VPN), IVPN, VyprVPN, Proton VPN I use PIAVPN as my trusted VPN, the only internet service I currently pay for. Very simple install on Linux with additional useful features, designating programs to use VPN while others do not, multiple devices etc. [https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/](https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/)"

r/linux4noobs 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Which VPN in 2026? Instead of NordVPN or Proton, I hear a lot of people talking about Mullvad VPN (both for its reliability and technical efficiency, as well as its flexibility regarding the devices and operating systems on which Mullvad VPN can be used). Mullvad is also cheaper, but in terms of privacy, security, and zero-knowledge (regarding our online data, payment methods, and telemetry tracking), have you ever considered an open-source option like IVPN? Are you familiar with I.V.P.N.?"

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"I don't know what to do anymore please help :( With that being said, I am very obsessed with my privacy right now, and I think technology is gonna get even more invasive of my privacy as time goes on. I HATE that RCS (on Google Messages) has big issues with GrapheneOS right now, and I also hate that I can barely get anyone to use the Signal app. So what did I do to combat this paranoia?... I bought an iPhone 17 lmfao.... Yes I know I know "WHY?!" iMessage is E2EE, as is FaceTime audio. I absolutely am all for that, but now I am paranoid about how much Apple spies on me. It can't be as bad a..."

r/grapheneos 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Many people prefer one account with one bill offerings. And Proton so far has a good reputation. Nevertheless, if you want to diversify, you can look into Tuta Mail (e-mail, calendar), Filen.io (cloud storage), Mullvad or IVPN (VPN), Bitwarden (password manager)."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"from what I gather from the comments, IVPN is the way to go?"

r/mullvadvpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"Why Your VPN Provider Is Probably Lying About Their "No-Log" Policy (And How to Actually Verify It) "We don't keep logs." Every VPN company says this. It's on their homepage, in their marketing, in their terms of service. It sounds good. It feels safe. It's also almost impossible to verify. And yeah, some of them are definitely lying. \*\*The Problem\*\* "No-log" doesn't mean what people think it means. It doesn't mean they can't see your traffic. It means they \*claim\* they don't store records of it. But here's the thing: you have to trust them. There's no audit, no blockchai..."

r/vpnuniversity 2 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"For many Social Media creators huge percentage of their income comes from Sponsorships, many VPN providers pay well as it’s really cheap advertising at $5k-$25k then referral/commissions streams for years Looking for a VPN...Here’s what you want Firstly if you’re not paying for the service YOU are likely the payment…well your info is likely tracked and sold. Full reported Third-Party verifiable audit Transparent ownership Open-Source clients Anonymous payment options- cash, crypto, etc NO LOGS or metadata- verifiable Privacy features Kill Switch, DNS leak, Tor Bridge M..."

r/homenetworking 2 months ago View on Reddit →

"You are not necessarily stuck with Proton. The most complicated to change again would be e-mail, since it would present you with the same hurdles as switching away from GMail. You'd likely have to forward to your new e-mail address (like Tuta), and change all your online accounts again. For this, in the future, it might be good to have a custom domain because it simplifies the process. Proton Drive is also a bit more involved since it would mean downloading your files and uploading them elsewhere. Do note by the way, that Ente Photos is a cloud storage specialized for photo management, a more..."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"What do you want to use it for? Mullvad is not advisable if you want to use it for circumventing geo-blocking when streaming. Otherwise it's fine. I have been using Mullvad for many years now, but I was not able to start a single stream successfully, no matter what streaming service I tried to use. In parallel, I have had Proton VPN for some months because it was included when I switched to Proton Unlimited for my emails and cloud storage. It is good for streaming, except for Prime Video, which won't work with Proton VPN either. Once my subscription with Mullvad expires, I probably will no..."

r/degoogle 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"Free: only Proton VPN Pay: Proton VPN, Mullvad VPN, iVPN, etc"

r/vpn_reviewer 1 month ago View on Reddit →

""I use iVPN" Mullvad is better AFAIK get better friends. meanwhile, you sound like a decent thoughtful intelligent person. Most people don't think about things deep enough and do a SWOT analysis (Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats) and hen panic or are unprepared when the SHTF. You are just pre-feeling your fears now, BEFORE the real need for them occurs. That's smart, not a problem. Now you learn to sit with your anxiety and grow into it, and through it: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qktq5C8JvVo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qktq5C8JvVo)"

r/grapheneos 1 month ago View on Reddit →

"IVPN Я робив я юзаю"

r/reddituatalks 3 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"Proton / iVPN / Mullvad Proton has the best free VPN."

r/cybersecurityadvice 1 week ago View on Reddit →

"Ah dang it, so I need to seek other alternatives now like iVPN, Windscribe or XeovoVPN?"

r/vpn_reviewer 2 weeks ago View on Reddit →

"I've used Windscribe's extension in the past and it was fine. They do have a couple of nice things like streaming and custom plans. Also saw that they added official support for Amnezia protocol recently, which is like the only "simple" protocol that still works in Russia with their aggressive VPN blocks so that's nice. For whatever reason mullvad refuses to add Amnezia support to the app which is a shame. Gotta say that their edgy, written-by-13-years-old marketing blogs and such are kind cringe but I'm not a fan of recent mullvad "muh privacy" branding ads either. Well, at the end of the d..."

r/mullvadvpn 1 month ago View on Reddit →